Shingles are cheaper, easier to install, and more durable. Because manufacturers can create shingles in bulk, they are typically cheaper than other roofing materials. They also require less training and expertise to install, which lowers the cost of labor. In addition to these benefits, asphalt shingle roofing has a long expected lifetime. Depending on
Damaged Flashing Flashing is applied during a roof replacement to ensure watertight protection on all joints of your roof. As a result of compromised flashing, you may notice damaged or warped siding. Damaged flashing has the potential to welcome water underneath your shingles, and eventually into your home. Algae Growth Roof algae will appear
Attached or Detached Garage? If you are planning a new structure, versus merely adding on or renovating your current garage, the first consideration you should be making is whether you want an attached or detached garage. There are benefits and drawbacks to both. So, you should take these into consideration so that the completed
Get An Inspection Each season presents its own set of challenges for your roof. During the summer with the hot sun beating down can do a lot of damage to an aging roof. During the other months, things like high winds and storms can take a toll. An inspection is the only way to know how
Pros Of Building Total control: If you have a dream floor plan in mind in a particular location, then building a home will give you the control you’re seeking. Customizations: You can make the decisions when building the home, so it will reflect your tastes accordingly. No competing buyers: Once you buy the land, you won’t have to
Voids under concrete slabs are caused by various things including, Erosion – Excess water around a concrete slab leads to soil erosion and then voids. Two common causes of erosion are drainage issues and leaky plumbing. Soil settlement – Soil settlement is another cause of voids under a slab. Soil needs adequate compaction before you place
Properly installed gutters and downspouts direct water away from your home. When they’re working correctly, they can help prevent water damage, keep basements from flooding, and more. Directing water away from your home is the most important function a gutter system serves. With that in mind, here are a few more reasons why gutters
The most popular colors for shingles we’ve seen this year include: Light brown hues—sand, taupe, desert Dark brown hues—autumnal brown, tree bark, weathered wood Blue hues—denim, navy, sky, blue-green Green hues—forest, moss, hunter Off white hues—beige, stone, tan, khaki Some honorable mentions for 2021 include: Owens Corning Red Copper (shingle color of the year
Rain gutters do not work as designed for many reasons. The following information describes the main reasons for gutter clogging and their solutions. However, first we must describe rain gutters that do work properly, and why. Rain gutters that are the correct size for the roof they serve, have the proper number and placement of downspouts, are installed
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